Movie

This interest in movies is not an out-of-the-blue pipe dream. For many years he has been friends with and says he has learned much from such actor pals as David Schwimmer. He credits the local director, teacher and actress Joyce Piven with "giving me the basics" and he has for some time been taking acting lessons with Doug McDade, a longtime ensemble member of Shattered Globe Theatre.

You don’t have to spend money to experience world-class theater in Chicago this summer—just grab a blanket and head to one of the 19 parks on this year’s Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks tour!

The historic Music Box Theatre on Southport Avenue will play host to the Red Carpet Premiere of film and television star Armand Assante’s newest film, IN BETWEEN ENGAGEMENTS. A wild, funny romp through the...

Have you ever had the feeling you were missing half of the story? Keep Moving Forward started out as a documentary about a Vietnam veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) until Brent...

Hello Chicagoans! I’m excited to inform you about a very “Chicago” movie, One Small Hitch, plotted and filmed in our beautiful  city, Chicago. As of TODAY, Friday, February 6, the movie will be playing...

So, the Bears didn’t make it to the playoffs this year (insert sad face,) but you can help spread some good juju for next year and help a film come to fruition. "Bear Down" the documentary produced and directed by Chicago local Joseph Martinez is a true account of the relationships and family bonds surrounding the dedication of the game. The film is inspired by his own personal attributes with his father and enjoying games.

Hey all! Let's have more movies film in Chicago! How?! Support the risk, taking super talents like everyone behind this movie, out today! Enjoy this funny behind the scenes video I am in w/Jeff Garlin, Bo Burnham & more...along with this great note below from Director Billy Federighi! Support Chicago! - Billy Dec

You Don’t Have to go to LA to Find Filmmaking Talent There is such a wealth of filmmaking and acting talent right here in Chicago. I have paired up with my producing partner Scott K. Foley to put all that talent to work. This summer in Chicago we will be making the feature film Jessica.

Join Academy Award® nominated actor and A Red Orchid Theatre founding ensemble member Michael Shannon and Emmy Award® winning television contributor and Rockit Ranch CEO Billy Dec, on Saturday, June 22 for a benefit screening of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure MAN OF STEEL, followed by a reception at Rockit Bar & Grill. All proceeds from the event will benefit A Red Orchid Theatre.

Attention Chicago couples, this one is for you! We are pleased to share with you a new service that will change the way you view date nights. Datelivery is a monthly subscription box service based out of Chicago; that focuses on providing novel and creative date night experiences for couples to enjoy right in the comfort of their home. Each month we plan, package and ship out a different themed date night to our subscribers. Included also in each box, are a number of complementary items to use during the date night that coincide with that month’s theme.